Old man 72 and Living Alone with his Dog

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So here I am now living alone again at 72 after 4 years ending with my now ex GF. Life, Love and relationships are complicated. Ughhhh 😫

A long time ago I was once married 20 yrs and raised two beautiful daughters. But Divorced years ago.
But I've always seemed to find love in several relationships, but sadly none ever lasted.
So while I'm not happy being alone I'm kind of used to it.
I desperately long to have someone I can be with, but I've come to the conclusion that at 72 , I'm starting to question the Pros and cons of living with someone 24/7.
In the past as a much younger man it was easier to go online to find someone new.
However now as senior I'm older and I find most women I meet are overly complicated, rigid and set in their ways and I guess myself included too.
I struggle with finding that elusive chemistry and attraction I once felt as a younger man.
I also struggle with a fear I'll one day get sick or some ailment that I'll end up all alone.
My best canine friend a Labrador I had for 14 yrs passed away recently and I took it hard, actually very hard. This dog was my soulmate and never let me out of his sight. Such a beautiful loving spirit. And I did everything with him.
After his death I started getting depressed and l started losing my interest in doing things I normally would do.
But two weeks ago I adopted a beautiful very large one year old Golden Retriever Labrador mix and after two weeks he is starting to settle in with me, and I'm now taking him everywhere to restaurants , parks, and sunsets at the beach. He is high energy and forcing me to get out of the house because he is young and wants to be active. So I need to step up and do things with him.
He's going to need some serious training on walking on a leash, and the command to come when I call as he's very easily distracted and was not trained as a puppy. But I'm going to do my best to make this work. And I feel a bond already with him and he with me.
And While he can't replace a loving female partner And give me stimulating conversations, he does communicate a sweet loving affection that only a dog can give.
I'm starting to realize that it's not so bad to have the loyal simplistic unconditional love of a dog in my life vrs a complicated stressful old woman. LoL
And I've come to realize that perhaps I'm just not the easiest old man to live with.
But who knows maybe I'll one day find a woman that's a dog lover that can put up with this quirky old man and his dog.
Miracles happen. But until then me and my dog are best buddies.
 

PCman said:
So here I am now living alone again at 72 after 4 years ending with my now ex GF. Life, Love and relationships are complicated. Ughhhh 😫

A long time ago I was once married 20 yrs and raised two beautiful daughters. But Divorced years ago.
But I've always seemed to find love in several relationships, but sadly none ever lasted.
So while I'm not happy being alone I'm kind of used to it.
I desperately long to have someone I can be with, but I've come to the conclusion that at 72 , I'm starting to question the Pros and cons of living with someone 24/7.
In the past as a much younger man it was easier to go online to find someone new.
However now as senior I'm older and I find most women I meet are overly complicated, rigid and set in their ways and I guess myself included too.
I struggle with finding that elusive chemistry and attraction I once felt as a younger man.
I also struggle with a fear I'll one day get sick or some ailment that I'll end up all alone.
My best canine friend a Labrador I had for 14 yrs passed away recently and I took it hard, actually very hard. This dog was my soulmate and never let me out of his sight. Such a beautiful loving spirit. And I did everything with him.
After his death I started getting depressed and l started losing my interest in doing things I normally would do.
But two weeks ago I adopted a beautiful very large one year old Golden Retriever Labrador mix and after two weeks he is starting to settle in with me, and I'm now taking him everywhere to restaurants , parks, and sunsets at the beach. He is high energy and forcing me to get out of the house because he is young and wants to be active. So I need to step up and do things with him.
He's going to need some serious training on walking on a leash, and the command to come when I call as he's very easily distracted and was not trained as a puppy. But I'm going to do my best to make this work. And I feel a bond already with him and he with me.
And While he can't replace a loving female partner And give me stimulating conversations, he does communicate a sweet loving affection that only a dog can give.
I'm starting to realize that it's not so bad to have the loyal simplistic unconditional love of a dog in my life vrs a complicated stressful old woman. LoL
And I've come to realize that perhaps I'm just not the easiest old man to live with.
But who knows maybe I'll one day find a woman that's a dog lover that can put up with this quirky old man and his dog.
Miracles happen. But until then me and my dog are best buddies.
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I see you're an early riser as well. I'm another old dude living alone and asking myself the same questions. The best I've come up with is just to be happy with myself, I'd like to have a woman around for the company, but I really don't need one. Enjoy your critter sometimes our animals treat us better than humans.
 
Well there's a lot of us living alone, women as well .. I've been living alone for 2 years now... not easy to meet people around here. in the countryside surrounding London

I'm a big dog lover, so I understand your love for yours... and it's a great idea to get a dog for company , and for exercise... I'm not done travelling yet, so I'm not going to have a dog of my own yet, but I get to have them vicariously through my daughter who has a few..who love me as much as I love them

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PCman said:
So here I am now living alone again at 72 after 4 years ending with my now ex GF. Life, Love and relationships are complicated. Ughhhh 😫

A long time ago I was once married 20 yrs and raised two beautiful daughters. But Divorced years ago.
But I've always seemed to find love in several relationships, but sadly none ever lasted.
So while I'm not happy being alone I'm kind of used to it.
I desperately long to have someone I can be with, but I've come to the conclusion that at 72 , I'm starting to question the Pros and cons of living with someone 24/7.
In the past as a much younger man it was easier to go online to find someone new.
However now as senior I'm older and I find most women I meet are overly complicated, rigid and set in their ways and I guess myself included too.
I struggle with finding that elusive chemistry and attraction I once felt as a younger man.
I also struggle with a fear I'll one day get sick or some ailment that I'll end up all alone.
My best canine friend a Labrador I had for 14 yrs passed away recently and I took it hard, actually very hard. This dog was my soulmate and never let me out of his sight. Such a beautiful loving spirit. And I did everything with him.
After his death I started getting depressed and l started losing my interest in doing things I normally would do.
But two weeks ago I adopted a beautiful very large one year old Golden Retriever Labrador mix and after two weeks he is starting to settle in with me, and I'm now taking him everywhere to restaurants , parks, and sunsets at the beach. He is high energy and forcing me to get out of the house because he is young and wants to be active. So I need to step up and do things with him.
He's going to need some serious training on walking on a leash, and the command to come when I call as he's very easily distracted and was not trained as a puppy. But I'm going to do my best to make this work. And I feel a bond already with him and he with me.
And While he can't replace a loving female partner And give me stimulating conversations, he does communicate a sweet loving affection that only a dog can give.
I'm starting to realize that it's not so bad to have the loyal simplistic unconditional love of a dog in my life vrs a complicated stressful old woman. LoL
And I've come to realize that perhaps I'm just not the easiest old man to live with.
But who knows maybe I'll one day find a woman that's a dog lover that can put up with this quirky old man and his dog.
Miracles happen. But until then me and my dog are best buddies.
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aww what a precious profile pic. I love dogs! More than people.. He will keep you living your best life :)
 
89 here and widowed. Our chihuahua died 30 years ago and we could not see getting another one.

We had moved into a senior community 8 years ago, so there are activities with other seniors.

I regard seniors as 65 and older.
 
@PCman Having a dog has always been a good way to meet someone. You have to know that this is not a dating site. We are a discussion Forum for Seniors 50 and over. Hope you and your dog will like it here. Welcome!

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As we get older, especially men, we realize living alone isn't a bad thing.
As I've said in other posts, I've been in a relationship for 12 years. Like an ongoing dating thing.
Neither one of us want to live together (set in our ways)
Funny, Im asked why I have my bicycle in the kitchen. My answer is 'because I can'. My whole house is a 'man cave'.
If I want to get up at 3:00am and bike ride down the Cape and watch the sunrise, I just get up and do it. My dog (Golden Retriever) is happy to follow. No questions, no push back, not having to explain myself....just do what I want.
I don't have to check in with anyone if I want to buy something.
There are so many advantages to living alone.
The key is living alone without being lonely. If you can harness that, you are all set. Surround yourself with good friends.
 
Another dog lover here. I agree with Teacher Terry - I never feel alone or lonely with Flash (border collie) He requires daily exercise (walk 3 miles/day in all weather conditions) and thinks I am a greatest cook (never any leftovers in his bowl)

When my sons were in their teens, they commented that whenever they took the dog for a walk, girls would make a point of talking to them. Perhaps taking your puppy for walks would be a "chick magnet" ?
 
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PCman said:
So here I am now living alone again at 72 after 4 years ending with my now ex GF. Life, Love and relationships are complicated. Ughhhh 😫

A long time ago I was once married 20 yrs and raised two beautiful daughters. But Divorced years ago.
But I've always seemed to find love in several relationships, but sadly none ever lasted.
So while I'm not happy being alone I'm kind of used to it.
I desperately long to have someone I can be with, but I've come to the conclusion that at 72 , I'm starting to question the Pros and cons of living with someone 24/7.
In the past as a much younger man it was easier to go online to find someone new.
However now as senior I'm older and I find most women I meet are overly complicated, rigid and set in their ways and I guess myself included too.
I struggle with finding that elusive chemistry and attraction I once felt as a younger man.
I also struggle with a fear I'll one day get sick or some ailment that I'll end up all alone.
My best canine friend a Labrador I had for 14 yrs passed away recently and I took it hard, actually very hard. This dog was my soulmate and never let me out of his sight. Such a beautiful loving spirit. And I did everything with him.
After his death I started getting depressed and l started losing my interest in doing things I normally would do.
But two weeks ago I adopted a beautiful very large one year old Golden Retriever Labrador mix and after two weeks he is starting to settle in with me, and I'm now taking him everywhere to restaurants , parks, and sunsets at the beach. He is high energy and forcing me to get out of the house because he is young and wants to be active. So I need to step up and do things with him.
He's going to need some serious training on walking on a leash, and the command to come when I call as he's very easily distracted and was not trained as a puppy. But I'm going to do my best to make this work. And I feel a bond already with him and he with me.
And While he can't replace a loving female partner And give me stimulating conversations, he does communicate a sweet loving affection that only a dog can give.
I'm starting to realize that it's not so bad to have the loyal simplistic unconditional love of a dog in my life vrs a complicated stressful old woman. LoL
And I've come to realize that perhaps I'm just not the easiest old man to live with.
But who knows maybe I'll one day find a woman that's a dog lover that can put up with this quirky old man and his dog.
Miracles happen. But until then me and my dog are best buddies.
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many blessings of being old and single....I count them everytime I speak with my ex wife shhheeesshhh
 
Sippican said:
As we get older, especially men, we realize living alone isn't a bad thing.
As I've said in other posts, I've been in a relationship for 12 years. Like an ongoing dating thing.
Neither one of us want to live together (set in our ways)
Funny, Im asked why I have my bicycle in the kitchen. My answer is 'because I can'. My whole house is a 'man cave'.
If I want to get up at 3:00am and bike ride down the Cape and watch the sunrise, I just get up and do it. My dog (Golden Retriever) is happy to follow. No questions, no push back, not having to explain myself....just do what I want.
I don't have to check in with anyone if I want to buy something.
There are so many advantages to living alone.
The key is living alone without being lonely. If you can harness that, you are all set. Surround yourself with good friends.
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Well said, and I resonate with your statements.
Living alone without being alone, a wise statement, not not always an easy path.
I actually do like being by myself at times, and not have to deal another's wants or demands.
And YES, my big Golden Labrador is always ready to do what I want, when I want, and is there only to be with me.
I'm hopeful one day I'll find a female partner, but for now life is pretty good.
 
Welcome PCman to the Senior Forum. I've been alone now for the past 14 years. Yes it was terrible on occasions but I always managed to shake off the blues and kept busy. I have great friends and my 2 sons keep in touch often. I always wake up with a "Thank You for another day".
 
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PCman said:
And While he can't replace a loving female partner And give me stimulating conversations, he does communicate a sweet loving affection that only a dog can give.
I'm starting to realize that it's not so bad to have the loyal simplistic unconditional love of a dog in my life vrs a complicated stressful old woman. LoL
And I've come to realize that perhaps I'm just not the easiest old man to live with.
But who knows maybe I'll one day find a woman that's a dog lover that can put up with this quirky old man and his dog.
Miracles happen. But until then me and my dog are best buddies.
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You are blessed with the love and loyalty of a dog, I'd say it doesn't get much better.
 
PCman said:
So here I am now living alone again at 72 after 4 years ending with my now ex GF. Life, Love and relationships are complicated. Ughhhh 😫

A long time ago I was once married 20 yrs and raised two beautiful daughters. But Divorced years ago.
But I've always seemed to find love in several relationships, but sadly none ever lasted.
So while I'm not happy being alone I'm kind of used to it.
I desperately long to have someone I can be with, but I've come to the conclusion that at 72 , I'm starting to question the Pros and cons of living with someone 24/7.
In the past as a much younger man it was easier to go online to find someone new.
However now as senior I'm older and I find most women I meet are overly complicated, rigid and set in their ways and I guess myself included too.
I struggle with finding that elusive chemistry and attraction I once felt as a younger man.
I also struggle with a fear I'll one day get sick or some ailment that I'll end up all alone.
My best canine friend a Labrador I had for 14 yrs passed away recently and I took it hard, actually very hard. This dog was my soulmate and never let me out of his sight. Such a beautiful loving spirit. And I did everything with him.
After his death I started getting depressed and l started losing my interest in doing things I normally would do.
But two weeks ago I adopted a beautiful very large one year old Golden Retriever Labrador mix and after two weeks he is starting to settle in with me, and I'm now taking him everywhere to restaurants , parks, and sunsets at the beach. He is high energy and forcing me to get out of the house because he is young and wants to be active. So I need to step up and do things with him.
He's going to need some serious training on walking on a leash, and the command to come when I call as he's very easily distracted and was not trained as a puppy. But I'm going to do my best to make this work. And I feel a bond already with him and he with me.
And While he can't replace a loving female partner And give me stimulating conversations, he does communicate a sweet loving affection that only a dog can give.
I'm starting to realize that it's not so bad to have the loyal simplistic unconditional love of a dog in my life vrs a complicated stressful old woman. LoL
And I've come to realize that perhaps I'm just not the easiest old man to live with.
But who knows maybe I'll one day find a woman that's a dog lover that can put up with this quirky old man and his dog.
Miracles happen. But until then me and my dog are best buddies.
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Sorry to hear of your Dog, when they stay that long with us they become family, a loyal one at that. Miracles do happen my dear
 
72 and old man? Hmmmmmmmm! I'm 77 and still got miles and miles to go. I got plans and I got dreams and I'm not gonna stop until I absolutely have got to stop. Actually, except for some minor aces and pains; I feel pretty good when I compare myself to those poor folks in the grocery stores that barely can push the shopping cart.

Maybe it's all the walking and exercises that I do? Maybe it's singing and strumming my guitar? Maybe it's Sailor Jerry that keeps me young thinking?
 

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PCman said:
So here I am now living alone again at 72 after 4 years ending with my now ex GF. Life, Love and relationships are complicated. Ughhhh 😫

A long time ago I was once married 20 yrs and raised two beautiful daughters. But Divorced years ago.
But I've always seemed to find love in several relationships, but sadly none ever lasted.
So while I'm not happy being alone I'm kind of used to it.
I desperately long to have someone I can be with, but I've come to the conclusion that at 72 , I'm starting to question the Pros and cons of living with someone 24/7.
In the past as a much younger man it was easier to go online to find someone new.
However now as senior I'm older and I find most women I meet are overly complicated, rigid and set in their ways and I guess myself included too.
I struggle with finding that elusive chemistry and attraction I once felt as a younger man.
I also struggle with a fear I'll one day get sick or some ailment that I'll end up all alone.
My best canine friend a Labrador I had for 14 yrs passed away recently and I took it hard, actually very hard. This dog was my soulmate and never let me out of his sight. Such a beautiful loving spirit. And I did everything with him.
After his death I started getting depressed and l started losing my interest in doing things I normally would do.
But two weeks ago I adopted a beautiful very large one year old Golden Retriever Labrador mix and after two weeks he is starting to settle in with me, and I'm now taking him everywhere to restaurants , parks, and sunsets at the beach. He is high energy and forcing me to get out of the house because he is young and wants to be active. So I need to step up and do things with him.
He's going to need some serious training on walking on a leash, and the command to come when I call as he's very easily distracted and was not trained as a puppy. But I'm going to do my best to make this work. And I feel a bond already with him and he with me.
And While he can't replace a loving female partner And give me stimulating conversations, he does communicate a sweet loving affection that only a dog can give.
I'm starting to realize that it's not so bad to have the loyal simplistic unconditional love of a dog in my life vrs a complicated stressful old woman. LoL
And I've come to realize that perhaps I'm just not the easiest old man to live with.
But who knows maybe I'll one day find a woman that's a dog lover that can put up with this quirky old man and his dog.
Miracles happen. But until then me and my dog are best buddies.
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PCman said:
So here I am now living alone again at 72 after 4 years ending with my now ex GF. Life, Love and relationships are complicated. Ughhhh 😫

A long time ago I was once married 20 yrs and raised two beautiful daughters. But Divorced years ago.
But I've always seemed to find love in several relationships, but sadly none ever lasted.
So while I'm not happy being alone I'm kind of used to it.
I desperately long to have someone I can be with, but I've come to the conclusion that at 72 , I'm starting to question the Pros and cons of living with someone 24/7.
In the past as a much younger man it was easier to go online to find someone new.
However now as senior I'm older and I find most women I meet are overly complicated, rigid and set in their ways and I guess myself included too.
I struggle with finding that elusive chemistry and attraction I once felt as a younger man.
I also struggle with a fear I'll one day get sick or some ailment that I'll end up all alone.
My best canine friend a Labrador I had for 14 yrs passed away recently and I took it hard, actually very hard. This dog was my soulmate and never let me out of his sight. Such a beautiful loving spirit. And I did everything with him.
After his death I started getting depressed and l started losing my interest in doing things I normally would do.
But two weeks ago I adopted a beautiful very large one year old Golden Retriever Labrador mix and after two weeks he is starting to settle in with me, and I'm now taking him everywhere to restaurants , parks, and sunsets at the beach. He is high energy and forcing me to get out of the house because he is young and wants to be active. So I need to step up and do things with him.
He's going to need some serious training on walking on a leash, and the command to come when I call as he's very easily distracted and was not trained as a puppy. But I'm going to do my best to make this work. And I feel a bond already with him and he with me.
And While he can't replace a loving female partner And give me stimulating conversations, he does communicate a sweet loving affection that only a dog can give.
I'm starting to realize that it's not so bad to have the loyal simplistic unconditional love of a dog in my life vrs a complicated stressful old woman. LoL
And I've come to realize that perhaps I'm just not the easiest old man to live with.
But who knows maybe I'll one day find a woman that's a dog lover that can put up with this quirky old man and his dog.
Miracles happen. But until then me and my dog are best buddies.
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Dogs are great and loyal companions no doubt but sometimes we still crave human interaction. There is someone out there for everyone
 
PCman said:
So here I am now living alone again at 72 after 4 years ending with my now ex GF. Life, Love and relationships are complicated. Ughhhh 😫

A long time ago I was once married 20 yrs and raised two beautiful daughters. But Divorced years ago.
But I've always seemed to find love in several relationships, but sadly none ever lasted.
So while I'm not happy being alone I'm kind of used to it.
I desperately long to have someone I can be with, but I've come to the conclusion that at 72 , I'm starting to question the Pros and cons of living with someone 24/7.
In the past as a much younger man it was easier to go online to find someone new.
However now as senior I'm older and I find most women I meet are overly complicated, rigid and set in their ways and I guess myself included too.
I struggle with finding that elusive chemistry and attraction I once felt as a younger man.
I also struggle with a fear I'll one day get sick or some ailment that I'll end up all alone.
My best canine friend a Labrador I had for 14 yrs passed away recently and I took it hard, actually very hard. This dog was my soulmate and never let me out of his sight. Such a beautiful loving spirit. And I did everything with him.
After his death I started getting depressed and l started losing my interest in doing things I normally would do.
But two weeks ago I adopted a beautiful very large one year old Golden Retriever Labrador mix and after two weeks he is starting to settle in with me, and I'm now taking him everywhere to restaurants , parks, and sunsets at the beach. He is high energy and forcing me to get out of the house because he is young and wants to be active. So I need to step up and do things with him.
He's going to need some serious training on walking on a leash, and the command to come when I call as he's very easily distracted and was not trained as a puppy. But I'm going to do my best to make this work. And I feel a bond already with him and he with me.
And While he can't replace a loving female partner And give me stimulating conversations, he does communicate a sweet loving affection that only a dog can give.
I'm starting to realize that it's not so bad to have the loyal simplistic unconditional love of a dog in my life vrs a complicated stressful old woman. LoL
And I've come to realize that perhaps I'm just not the easiest old man to live with.
But who knows maybe I'll one day find a woman that's a dog lover that can put up with this quirky old man and his dog.
Miracles happen. But until then me and my dog are best buddies.
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Sounds like you've got it good right where you're at however, I hope someone comes along one day if that would ease some loneliness. For now, join in here.
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